Contract: August 11, 2025 – September 30, 2026
Cavendish Co-operative has a great opportunity for the right person in the role of Office Manager of a successful 72-unit federal co-operative townhouse complex in the vibrant area of Brant Hills in Burlington.
Qualifications:
- Minimum five years experience as a manager, preferably in the Federal co-op sector
- Experience in financial management, including preparing capital and operating budgets
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and the ability to read financial statements
- Experience with rent-geared-to-income program administration
- Knowledge of Federal Co-Op funding programs and the laws that apply to housing co-ops
- Strong positive leadership skills, with the ability to work independently
- Able to work effectively within a co-operative management and governance structure
- Ability to relate to a diverse co-op community
- Strong people skills. Diplomacy, patience and flexibility in dealing with complex situations are essential
- Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills
- Project Management skills an asset
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and in a professional manner
- Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory for the position
- Proficient with computer software programs including Outlook, Word, Excel and electronic file management
Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Manager’s job is to oversee and be accountable for the co-op’s operations and budget and to be the daily first point of contact for our members
- The Manager will ensure the overall good standing of the Co-Op and provide administrative support, maintenance administration and financial management. This includes accounts receivables and payable, member / tenant and corporate administration services, property management, trade coordination, community and governance support.
- Provide general management and support to the Board of Directors
- Provide direction, organization and project management for the daily operation of the co-op
- Supporting good governance in the co-op by the Board and membership
- Efficient administration of the co-op’s office and management of part-time Maintenance staff
- Ensure that the co-op fulfills its legal and corporate obligations; legal issues, arrears and subsidy administration while liaising with all agencies affecting co-op housing in Ontario
- Occasional evening/weekend members meetings as required, to be balanced within the work week
- Attendance at monthly board meetings, two annual general members meetings, and other committee meetings as required
Location: Burlington
Schedule: 26 hours per week Monday-Thursday (3 days 8am-2pm, one day 11am-7pm evening coverage)
Remuneration: $36.24/hr paid bi-weekly (based on an annual salary of $49,000)
How to Apply
Please email your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest and relevant experience to info@cavendishcoop.ca. Interviews commencing July 7th, 2025.
